While those irritations weren't the reason behind Johnson's release, which was first reported late last week and became official on Monday afternoon, they likely played a role in it.

It's not a concern of the New York Jets, however, who are interested in the running back and reportedly have no concerns about his rumored work ethic issues, according to Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News.

RB Chris Johnson will officially become a free agent in a few minutes. Jets do NOT have concerns about his work ethic. #nyj

While Johnson might not be the first guy at morning meetings or the last guy to leave the practice field, the Jets don't need that. Granted, you'd certainly like those things out of any player, but Johnson brings with him an accomplished career in the NFL which young players will respect.

No meeting between Johnson and the Jets is currently scheduled (at least not publicly), though the three-time Pro-Bowl talent is rumored to be ready to pick his new team by the end of this week.